1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 505 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 1300 | Volare |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |